Friday, October 30, 2015

Playoff hopes hang in the balance in Week 10; rivalries renewed

Playoffs start next week, but for most, it starts tonight, as we check out the 5 biggest games in Week 10:

(1) Centerville (6-3) @ Wayne (9-0)

In one of the great rivalries in the Southwest Ohio region, Centerville, who has seemingly found their rhythm behind the Chaminade julienne transfer Jacob Harrison. The senior has thrown for 2200 + and accounted for almost 3,000 yards in the season. Centerville has been almost lucky and good at the same time, as they have survived some fantastic finishes.

However, tonight could be a little bit too much.

The Wayne train has steamrolled every single opponent that they have stepped in front of.

Led by Trotwood transfer Messiah DeWeaver, the offense has been unstoppable. With everything on the line for Centerville and a playoff home game for Wayne, it's nothing new for the GWOC, which, quite frankly, looks like one of the top 3 HS Football Leagues in Ohio.

In the last 15 years three teams have dominated the league and two are playing (the other is Trotwood).

With that being said, we pick the Wayne Train to win and end the Elks late season run 40-20.

(2) Dunbar (4-5) vs Belmont (7-1)

With Dunbar losing to top seed Taft last week in a thrilling game, the Wolverines will now have to play the spoiler role as Belmont will attempt to not only win the conference outright, but get a playoff berth, something that hasn't happened in decades. Dunbar has its opportunity slip away, and maybe were a year away from winning the city. Belmont, led by Coach Earl White and star player Davion Lankford, have provided a swagger, discipline, and a camaraderie in their organization that seems to be fueling the entire Bison nation.

Dunbar has the better talent, but can they make the key plays to win the game?

Bison win and get to the playoffs 24-22.

(3) Trotwood (6-3) @ Vandalia Butler

Trotwood is guaranteed a playoff spot win or lose tonight and could secure a playoff home game if they can defeat the Aviators in Vandalia. Vandalia needs to win this game and more than likely Hope that a couple things go there way to get to the playoffs. Nevertheless it's been a very good season for Vandalia Butler, and this game will be tight all the way down to the end.

Were picking the Rams in a close one 30-28.

(4) Miamisburg (8-1) @ West Carrollton (2-7)

Miamisburg is in a good position as they're hoping for a win and a little bit of help to get to the playoffs. barring any let downs, they should be able to get a win over the Pirates. West Carrolton has been up and down this season but this game is a rivalry so expect the Pirates to play with more energy and probably to an even keel in the first half. Miamisburg should win this one 35-20.

(5) Shroeder @ Thurgood (4-5)

Although Thurgood didn't win the City League title for a 7th straight season they have started to finish strong with their young talent and looks like they could be a force for next year. Can they get the job done tonight at welcome Stadium and even their record for the season?